Episodes

  • #66 How To Find Love Without Dating Apps

    #66 How To Find Love Without Dating Apps
    Jun 30 2026
    Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play at https://hily.go.link/f8TUq or visit https://hily.com In today’s date-worthy convo, we meet Ian's favorite single's event organizers, Brit and Petro! From how to leave dating apps in the past, to combating the fundamental issues of young romance, it's a love-packed episode for everyone. Above The Influence is a completely self-funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 Timecodes (Episode #66): 0:00 - Intro 5:06 - What Is "Date My Friend" 15:31 - Brit And Petro's Dating Lives 19:08 - Has Hosting Impacted Dating 23:03 - Good Vs Bad Pitches 31:09 - Rules Of The Pitch 38:17 - Dating App Discourse 49:34 - Dating As A Young Person Follow Date My Friend: Website: http://datemyfriendevent.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/datemyfriendevent Follow The Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abovetheinfluenceshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abovetheinfluenceshow Follow Ian Woo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacy #podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • #65 He Makes 10k A WEEK Selling Pokemon Cards

    #65 He Makes 10k A WEEK Selling Pokemon Cards
    Jun 23 2026
    Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play at https://hily.go.link/f8TUq or visit https://hily.com In today’s fascinating chat, we get to meet Ian's favorite Pokemon dealer, Ben! From cards worth more than Lambo's, to discussing how to find the motivation to change your life, it's an inspirational episode that's a blast from start to finish. Above The Influence is a completely self-funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 Timecodes (Episode #65): 0:00 - Intro 4:09 - Daily Life Of A Pokemon Dealer 19:53 - What's Ben's Favorite Pokemon 21:39 - Grading Pokemon Cards 29:56 - Ben's Grail Card And Card Economy 38:30 - What Is Ben's Profit And Fake Cards 49:16 - Ben's Origin Story 57:07 - Using Heartbreak As Motivation 1:02:10 - Ben's "Made It" Moment 1:04:17 - Ben's Dating Life 1:16:18 - Ben Got Scammed 1:21:06 - Purpose And Career Follow Ben: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayfocusedben Follow The Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abovetheinfluenceshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abovetheinfluenceshow Follow Ian Woo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacy #podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • #64 He Moved To LA At 17 To Chase An Impossible Dream

    #64 He Moved To LA At 17 To Chase An Impossible Dream
    Jun 16 2026
    Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play at https://hily.go.link/f8TUq or visit https://hily.com In today’s entertaining episode, we meet Ian's new favorite comedian, Trent! From taking extreme, dream-chasing risks, to discussing fashion hacks for short men, it's a comedic episode providing insight at every turn. Above The Influence is a completely self-funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 Timecodes (Episode #64): 0:00 - Intro 5:17 - Music Break 7:30 - Mixing The Arts 15:27 - Explain The Lyric 25:24 - Hating In Art 39:10 - Money In Art 42:14 - Just Be Cool 51:14 - Fake It Til You Make It 54:23 - Cranberry Juice 57:30 - Trans-Gangster Follow Trent Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trenttt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thememusic Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4FOGQ6sJrck3uB2xcRO0Nu?si=uLMLs44tQnqpdkDRnMEDuQ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/theme/1753919596 Twitter: thememusicc Full Special: https://youtu.be/M7rYiopf3W4?si=xpEpnthaYxrATSX_ IMDB: Follow The Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abovetheinfluenceshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abovetheinfluenceshow Follow Ian Woo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacy #podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • #63 Viet Trap Confronts HIM Over House Of Feelings Drama

    #63 Viet Trap Confronts HIM Over House Of Feelings Drama
    Jun 9 2026
    Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play at https://hily.go.link/f8TUq or visit https://hily.com Head to https://Factormeals.com/abovetheinfluence50off and use code abovetheinfluence50off to get 50% off and free daily greens per box. New subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. See website for more details. Guys--guess who's back . . . It's Viet and Wootak~plus a special guest! Tons of catching up and updates today, as well as drama discussed and beef squashed. Tune in for this nostalgic episode. Above The Influence is a completely self funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 For Holistic Formulas to Support Your LUNGS, LIVER, AND HANGOVERS: https://www.superbonsai.com/ Timecodes (Episode #63): 0:00 - Intro 3:14 - Viet's Trip To Vietnam 20:54 - Who Is Prosper 28:40 - House Of Feelings Drama 38:36 - Prosper Stole Viets Girl 42:57 - Wootak's Rave Era 59:26 - What's New In Ian's Life Follow Prosper Chiu TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prosper_chiu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prosperchiu Follow Ian Woo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/ Follow Wootak TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barchemistry Personal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superbonsaihealth Instagram: https://instagram.com/barchemistry Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/wootak YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDfX41sMJRIeG8kqAGTz6mg Follow Viet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akaviettrap/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viettrap Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/akaviettrap#podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • #62 How NOT To Propose To Your Future Wife

    #62 How NOT To Propose To Your Future Wife
    Jun 2 2026
    Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play at https://hily.go.link/f8TUq or visit https://hily.com In today’s riveting convo, we get to meet Ian's ex-coworker, Hayley! From outrageous menu modifications, to discussing the cringiest ways to propose to your girlfriend, it's a goofy episode that's a roller coaster from beginning to end. Above The Influence is a completely self-funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 Timecodes (Episode #62): 0:00 - Intro 6:56 - Working With Ian 13:53 - Our Favorite Work Memories 20:01 - Strange Customers 26:30 - Weird Food Modifications 32:25 - What Hayley Appreciates About Ian 35:15 - Grand Gestures In Dating 46:41 - Judging A Partner's Ex 54:07 - Do Compliments Even Matter 1:02:52 - Should You Propose Like This 1:06:42 - Will Hayley Ever Marry 1:16:00 - Hook Up Culture Follow The Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abovetheinfluenceshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abovetheinfluenceshow Follow Ian Woo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacy #podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • #61 He ESCAPED America | The Dangers of RACISM After 9/11

    #61 He ESCAPED America | The Dangers of RACISM After 9/11
    May 26 2026
    Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play at https://hily.go.link/f8TUq or visit https://hily.com In today’s fascinating chat, we get to meet Ian's ex-roomate, Amr! From fleeing the U.S. to escape racism, to finding out what it's like to live with Ian as a post-graduate bachelor, it's a silly and educational episode that's a blast from start to finish. Above The Influence is a completely self-funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 Timecodes (Episode #61): 0:00 - Intro 7:40 - Amr's Time In Saudi Arabia 15:33 - Assumptions About The Middle East 23:55 - Amr's Daily Life On The Compound 28:30 - Would Amr Go Back 31:54 - Amr Moves Back To The US 37:40 - Culture Shocks In The US 49:07 - What Does Amr Miss Most 56:19 - Being Ian's Roomate Follow Amr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amru_almalla Follow The Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abovetheinfluenceshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abovetheinfluenceshow Follow Ian Woo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacy #podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • #60 The DOWNFALL of Hollywood: Why Movies and Art Keep Getting Worse

    #60 The DOWNFALL of Hollywood: Why Movies and Art Keep Getting Worse
    May 19 2026
    Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play at https://hily.go.link/f8TUq or visit https://hily.com In today’s entertaining convo, we get to meet Ian's new publicist and awarded journalist, Kell! From understanding the foundation of pop culture, to analyzing the downfall of Hollywood, it's a insightful and educational episode for any viewer. Above The Influence is a completely self-funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 Timecodes (Episode #60): 0:00 - Intro 10:13 - True Crime And Truman Capote 15:26 - Writing In Cold Blood 21:13 - True Crime Documentaries Today 28:04 - How To Morally Consume True Crime 38:25 - What Is Camp 53:28 - Why Culture Needs Camp 58:38 - How To Bring Back Camp 1:11:10 - Singing In The Rain 1:21:48 - Hollywood Transitions 1:27:31 - Hollywood Is Dying 1:35:05 - What Is Sincere Art Follow The Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abovetheinfluenceshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abovetheinfluenceshow Follow Ian Woo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacy #podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 55 mins
  • #59 "Fighting Gave Me Brain Damage"--The Reality Of Combat Sports

    #59 "Fighting Gave Me Brain Damage"--The Reality Of Combat Sports
    May 12 2026
    Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play at https://hily.go.link/f8TUq or visit https://hily.com Head to https://Factormeals.com/abovetheinfluence50off and use code abovetheinfluence50off to get 50% off and free daily greens per box. Offer valid with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. See website for more details. In today’s competitive discussion, we contend with the hidden risks and rewards of becoming a combat sports practitioner. From ice baths and sunlight therapy, to maintaining spiritual health, it's a full-contact episode for athletes and enthusiasts alike. 🤫 Above The Influence is a completely self-funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 Timecodes (Episode #59): 0:00 - Intro 8:20 - Blade's MMA Training 26:00 - Has Blade Been In A Fight 35:43 - Ian's Only Fight 42:13 - Injuries 47:51 - Martial Arts And Philosophy 56:41 - Blade's Health Practices 1:06:02 - Health Hacks 1:19:33 - How To Find Balance 1:26:36 - Mental And Spiritual Wellness Follow Blade Brady Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bladebrady TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bladebrady Youtube: https://youtube.com/@bladebrady2394?si=H2TxlyNjqwj-mfh- Follow The Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abovetheinfluenceshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abovetheinfluenceshow Follow Ian Woo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacy #podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 50 mins